Asked by Daniel Hufendick on Jun 30, 2024

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Karl Marx used the concept of _____, which he defined as belief systems that support the status quo, to explain why people who do not benefit from a capitalist system would still support it.

A) class consciousness
B) principled thought
C) ideology
D) moral imperative

Ideology

A belief system that tries to explain and justify the status quo.

Karl Marx

A German philosopher, economist, and socialist revolutionary best known for his theories about capitalism and communism.

Class Consciousness

An individual's awareness of belonging to a particular social or economic class and the political implications of that class alignment.

  • Comprehend the theories of Marx and Weber regarding social class and stratification.
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Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Marx used the term ideology to describe the belief systems and values that support the dominant class's interests and the status quo, even among those who do not benefit from the system. He argued that the ruling class uses ideology to maintain control and prevent the working class from realizing their exploitation and organizing against the system.